Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator - Clean, Safe Site Hero

Carson-City,-Nv; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 57,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Carson City Public Works in Carson City, Nevada, is seeking a full-time, non-exempt employee to support landfill operations. Under supervision, you will operate heavy equipment, manage dust control, and handle data entry and reporting for waste loads.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and two years of heavy equipment experience; a Class A license with tanker endorsement within 18 months; and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years of heavy equipment operation experience or equivalent.
• Valid Class A driver's license with tanker endorsement within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for landfill operations and keeps equipment clean and functional.
• Operates water truck to perform dust control and fire suppression.
• Operates gatehouse; uses automated scale; calculates and collects waste charges.
• Directs vehicle traffic at the landfill.
• Maintains landfill shop, fences, and buildings.
• Performs snow removal and site cleanup as required.
• Enter data and prepare reports; review for accuracy.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Dust control

Data entry

Safety practices

Record keeping

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Water truck

Job description

Carson City Public Works in Carson City, Nevada, is seeking a full-time, non-exempt employee to support landfill operations. Under supervision, you will operate heavy equipment, manage dust control, and handle data entry and reporting for waste loads.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and two years of heavy equipment experience; a Class A license with tanker endorsement within 18 months; and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays in a safety-conscious environment.